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2 Welcome North | Spr ing 2015

June 16-August 20 CONCERTS IN THE PARK

& MUSIC ON THE BIDWELL PLAZA

July 15 D’ART FOR ART

PREVIEW WINE TASTINGJuly 16

D’ART FOR ARTIrish Boat Shop

on FairviewHarbor Springs

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June 24: LADIES LUNCHEONThe Ever Classic and Timeless Lilly Pulitzer

August 19SUMMER SUPER SWIRL

at crooked tree arts center petoskey

June 11MAN ON THE ROADSpend the day traveling

across Northwest Michigan to Man in the City sites with artist, John Sauvé, for tastings and behind

the scenes tours.

Manin the city

For Art

Elizabeth Pollie

MAY 28-SEPTEMBER 5Two EnchAnTing And ScEnic SuMMER ExhiBiTS

Elizabeth Pollie: The Hoursunfolding ThE

idEA of A dAY

Wind and Sail PAinTingS, PASTElS, BoAT dESignS

And PhoTogRAPhSThree artists take us on a nautical journey—

Rick Ford, Frederick Ford and Gretchen Dorian

Rick Ford Gretchen Dorian

Downtown Petoskey • www.crookedtree.org • 231-347-4337

DOWNTOWN GALLERY & ART

WALKSJune 18

PetoskeyJuly 10

Harbor Springs

COFFEE AT 10 LECTURE SERIES

June 30 Elin Noble

Textile artistJuly 21

Steve Van DamVan Dam Boats

August 18Elizabeth Pollie

Artist

July 21-August 11 HARBOR SPRINGS LECTURE SERIESJuly 30-August 13

CHARLEVOIX LECTURE SERIES

VISIT OUR TRAVERSE CITY LOCATION!322 Sixth Street • Downtown TC

Tracy Harrington

August 15CHALK & CHOCOLATEJune 12 & 13

CTAC SCHOOL OF BALLET PRESEnTS CINDERELLA

June 15-September 10KITCHEN PAINTERS EXHIBIT

In the Atrium Gallery

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WELCOME NORTH

Spring | 2015

Image:

Photo by Mark Flemming

About : Welcome North is publ ished three t imes dur ing the year by North Country Publ ish ing Corporat ion, 211 E. Third St . , Harbor Spr ings, Michigan 49740. 231.526.2191. News@ncpubl ish.com. Advert is ing: Michel le Ket terer michel le@ncpubl ish.com; Edi tor : Kate Basset t kate@ncpubl ish.com. Photograhpy/Design: Mark F lemming mark@ncpubl ish.com Publ isher : Char les O'Nei l l , char les@ncpubl ish.com

Communities around the country are embracing the “down-town experience” or “small town charm,” like golden tickets of marketing. Outdoor shopping mall trends now have Main Streets sprouting up in former corn fields (filled with chain stores). Real downtowns too often have storefront after storefront of nationally-owned businesses. It’s a rare gift (something better than any golden ticket, really) to discover places where authenticity still reigns. Places that are the exact opposite of what a dear friend calls, “Anywhere, USA.”

We’re lucky to live and play in such a place. We’re lucky to have natural resources--Lake Michigan, countless nature preserves, small farms-- that set us apart. Mostly though, we’re lucky to know our neighbors, our shopkeepers, our non-profit heroes. This is the real hinge on which com-munity is built. It isn’t about just having a Main Street; it’s about the folks inside the stores and restaurants, owners who care deeply about a town and the people who call it

home. It’s about the real way we know one another. And it can’t be replicated or faked by even the brightest minds in the advertising biz.

That’s why this, our sixth issue of Welcome North, is dedicated to that old Mr. Rogers sentiment: welcome to our neighborhood. As the grassroots seasonal journal for this region, we believe in time-honored values like tell the stories. take good pictures. celebrate art. make a difference. That’s why we’re celebrating the people, places, and events of our region in the best way we know how: words and im-ages and invitations.

Believe in real connection. We do.

In spirited partnership,Kate BassettEditor


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Specializing in:Fresh Great Lakes Fish

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Award-Winning Wine List

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Early Bird Dinner Menu • 2-for-$29 • 5-6 pm • Sun-Thurs

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GLASS BLING Steve PalmerFused Glass Jewelry July 5, 2-5pm

TWO FRIENDS PAINTING PLEIN AIRHeidi Marshall & Louise PondJuly 11-July 22Opening Reception: July 11, 2-7pm

INSECTILEBeads, Bangles and Block Prints: Kelly & Robin DormanJuly 25-August 4Opening Reception: July 25, 2-7pm

August 1Gallery Talk: 11:30am-12:30pm Bugs for Kids: Hands-on-Workshop 1-2:30pm

NANCY FERSHEE Silver Jewelry Trunk ShowAugust 1, 2-7pm

CROSS VILLAGE COMMUNITY PARADE Lakeshore Drive, Cross Village - July 5, 1pm Celebrate after parade with American Spoon Gelato, cookies & music

SUSAN OFFIELDNew PaintingsAugust 8-18Opening Reception: August 8, 2-7pm

COLE CAROTHERS Recent PaintingsAugust 22-Sept. 1Opening Reception: August 22, 2-7pm

THREE VILLAGE ARTS XSummer Plein Air Paintings 2015September 5-23Opening Reception: September 5, 2-7pm

6TH ANNUAL GREAT LAKES GLASS PUMPKIN PATCH DAYCo-Sponsored with Boyer GlassworksOctober 3, 11-7pm

AUTUMN XVAll Media ShowOctober 3-30Opening Reception: October 3, 2-7pm

WINTER XVAll Media ShowNov. 27-March 2016Open House: Nov. 27,11am-7pm

LITTLE TRAVERSE CONSERVANCY PAINT-OUT & FUNDRAISER August 2: Paint Out 10am-2pmFundraiser & Reception 6-8 pmTo participate, call 231.526.9447

14TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY TREELIGHTING & HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Nov. 27, 11am-7pm. Tree lighting 5:30pm. Music, food & festivities

WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION December 19, 1-5pm Workshops, food & fun


Shop

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10am-5pmMonday-Saturday

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Bay View inn

Bay View

800-258-1886

Perry Hotel

Petoskey

800-737-1899

Crooked riVer lodge

alanson

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Pier restaurant

HarBor sPrings

231-526-6201

weatHerVane restaurant

CHarleVoix

231-547-4311

Northern Michigan Landmark Lodging and Waterfront Dining

staffords.Com

drawBridge Bistro

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Northern Michigan’s Full Service Marinas

• Seasonal & Transient Dockage

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• New & Used Boat Sales

• Complete Ship’s Stores

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Charlevoix(231) 547-9967

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• Complete Repair Facilities

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• Custom Wood Work

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• Authorized Mercruiser, Mercury, Yamaha,Evinrude & Yanmar Technicians

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Too cold? Take your game inside! We are open to the public!

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Winter Drills & Clinics Available:Cardio Tennis, Ball Machine Drill, Weekend

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Adult Leagues forming now—starting Oct. 15

Kids Tennis ages 4-18Classes now available after school

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Too cold? Take your game inside! We are open to the public!

Non-members play two hours of doubles tennis for only $29

Winter Drills & Clinics Available:Cardio Tennis, Ball Machine Drill, Weekend

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Annual Holiday Open HouseFriday, Nov. 30 and Saturday Dec.110am -5pmDelicious Gourmet Sweets and Savories-Our TreatDelightful company-Bring your Friends and NeighborsMade in Michigan Gift Shopping-The Best07354 Horton Bay Rd. NBoyne City, MI 49712231-582-3784Shop all Winter: www.lavenderhillmichigan-com

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Unique places

Little Traverse Conservancy (Photo by Mark Flemming)

There is magic-- real magic-- in spaces like this. The Roar-ing Brook Nature Preserve (above), just a few blocks east of downtown Harbor Springs is just one of countless protected spaces in Little Traverse Conservancy’s five county service area.

Since 1972, the Conservancy has evolved to become one of the most established and effective regional land trusts in the country. A full time staff and more than 150 volunteers are dedicated to the safe-keeping of natural places that truly define the beauty and importance of northern Michigan’s greatest resources.

We simply insist readers of Welcome North experience at least one preserves while in our neck of the woods. Each and every trip to a conservancy preserve offers us all a chance to slow down. To notice. To reconnect.

With plenty of “knee high naturalist” programs and adult education opportunities offered throughout the summer months, LTC stays true to its mission of not only protecting, but fostering appreciation for the lands which they serve.

For information, preserve maps, and more, visit the Little Traverse Conservancy website, www.landtrust.org

VolunteerWant to be part of the best volunteer team on the planet? Join the Eco Stewards for long-term or one-time opportunities to help care for preserves. This new initiative, launched in the spring of 2015, brings folks together to help monitor, study, and restore natural habitats in the Conservancy’s 200-plus nature preserves with more than 100 miles of trails. Visit the LTC website for more information.

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Locally Owned & Operated Since 1967Meat & Seafood Market ~ Produce & Specialty Groceries

Fish & SeafoodThe Area’s Most Exper ienced Ful l Serv ice Meat Department

Offer ing The Highest Qual i ty Meats Avai lable . Our Beef is USDA

Choice or Better , Aged for 21+ Days

Wine Cel lar & Spir i t Shop

Area’s Largest Select ion of Micro & Imported Beers

Local , Organic & Very Specia l Produce

2294 M-119 | Between Harbor Springs & Petoskey231.347.9631 | 231. 347.1571

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Prepared Foods~Imported & Domest ic Cheeses

• Whitefish, Walleye & Lake Perch

• Texas Gulf Shrimp • Blue Point Oysters • Bay of Fundy

King Salmon • Alaskan Wild Halibut

• Mussels • Ahi Tuna• Ruby Rainbow Trout• Sea Bass• Steelhead Salmon• Tazmanian Salmon

Toski Sands features an extensive wine selection carrying over 760 plus varieties of wine, 30 plus varieties of Port

& 24 varieties of Champagne.Wine Accessories - Wine Bags - Stemware - Wine Purses

All Wine 15% off

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A northern Michigan bistro featuring classic and contemporary cuisine

complimented by an award winning wine list.

Corner of Bay and State Streets, Harbor SpringsOpen Daily at 5:00 pm; Reservations 231•526•1904

Consult our menu: www.TheNewYork.com

2-for-1 Dining when seated

before 5:30 pm

Come enjoy a cozy setting overlooking the waterfront.

The Maple River is among the many places in Northern Michigan abound with wildlife and natural beauty. (Photo by Mark Flemming)


On any given day all summer long, the Little Traverse Yacht Club waterfront in Harbor Springs is a hotbed of activity. Pic-ture rows of Lido, Pixel, and Bug sailboats rocking in response to lots of little feet against the wooden dock. Bright bathing suits, lifejackets, floppy hats and sunscreen-streaked arms and legs whirring around-- often carrying sails or lines-- as young captains and crews head out for another on-water adventure.

Learning to sail is a time-honored tradition in northern Michigan, and in downtown Harbor Springs, that important education is synonymous with the Little Traverse Sailors non-profit sail school. With weekly classes for ages eight-18 from June-August each summer-- the organization has been a staple for visitors, residents, and sailors of all skill levels for many, many years.

The program goals include essential elements of per-formance boat handling, seamanship, and racing, which will produce competent sailors. Important life lessons are imparted here too, as instructors (often graduates of the sail school themselves) promote character building, teamwork,

good sportsmanship, and strong respect of self, others, and of course, the lake.

It’s the perfect mix of fun and skills, and one of the best opportunities for young people to experience the pristine freshwaters of Little Traverse Bay’s deep, protected harbor. Sailors from around the world hail this spot as a perfect place to learn, and the Little Traverse Sailors team works hard to keep lessons fresh, safe, and full of that magical feeling of independence that comes when a child gets to simply go mess around with boats.

In an era filled with technology and “everything new,” learning to sail, being part of the wind and water and a sum-mer day, is the kind of childhood gift that really is priceless.

Little Traverse Sailors runs morning and afternoon sessions, or children are welcome to stay all day (lunch options are now provided as well). To register, or find out more sailing classes, the junior race team, or special events, visit www.littletraversesailors.org

Sailing School

Seek Adventure

(Photo by Mark Flemming)


(Photo by Mark Flemming)

Little Traverse Half MarathonWhen the folks at The Outfitter in downtown Harbor Springs decided to put together a half-marathon and 10k run/walk, a clear mission emerged: celebrate sense of place, the shoreline, and history of Little Traverse Bay. With these goals guiding the race-- now in its third year-- the Little Traverse Half Marathon, happening this year on Saturday, September 19, is already becoming known as one of the state’s premier running events.

“It's not just another race, but a running experience unique to northern Michigan,” said Molly Ames Baker, who along with her husband Josh, owns The Outfitter and organizes the race. “Where else can you do a point-to-point run around a bay on the biggest lake in America?”

The half-marathon-- which has been endorsed by the Governor's Council on Physical Fitness, Health and Sports, as a Pure Michigan FITness Series-- starts in the Village of Bay Harbor and ends along the waterfront in downtown Harbor Springs. The course is diverse, flat, and fast, and utilizes the historic Little Traverse Wheelway.

“Running a half-marathon is inspiring. But there's some-thing awe-inspiring about running it around a bay on the biggest lake in America,” Ames Baker said. She noted the professionally run race(including bib-chip timing and live

streaming results by Superior Timing), “brings both locals and visitors together every autumn to experience our local landscape, run a fast course, and share the benefits of leading an active lifestyle...and post-race food and festivities done in small town style.”

For more information or to register for the Little Traverse Half Marathon, visit www.runlittletraverse.com

Little Traverse TriathlonThe Little Traverse Triathlon is a shorter tri course allowing for some great competition in Harbor Springs. The event is set for Sunday, July 19, 2015 and is presented by Bay Tennis and Fitness. The triathlon begins with a 600M swim in the Little Traverse Bay, followed by a 19.6 mile ride up the “Tunnel of Trees” route along M119. The ride is along the shoreline and has some good rolling hills with one solid climb at the turnaround point. The 4 mile run heads along the water and is a flat, fast course. Ages 14 and up are invited to compete as individuals or part of a relay team.

The Little Traverse Triathlon Mini Kids Race will be held right before the main event at 8:15am. No need to register. Please make sure a parent/legal guardian is present to sign a waiver for your child. The race is FREE and all kids get a medal. Ages 3 and up are encouraged to participate.

www.littletraversetri.com


Welcome Tastes

WithSue McGlaughlin

Toski-Sands Market & Wine Shop

On M-119, near Harbor Springs & Petoskey toskisandsmarket.com (231) 347.1571

Michigan Asparagus with Fresh Basil SouffléIn Michigan we have six to seven weeks to enjoy, what I would consider, my favorite vegetable. I don’t think

I’m alone on that. It may be a little later this year because of our cold winter and a cool start to spring. I like to have it as often as possible during the season so having a variety of asparagus recipe is nice. Here’s one that combines the bright flavor of basil with the asparagus in a light fluffy soufflé.

Preheat convection oven to 350° (375° for a conventional oven).

1 ½ to 2 lbs. Local Asparagus, before trim (1 lb after trim)The bottom part of the stem needs to be trimmed off. It can be tough. Grabbing each end of the asparagus, bend the stalk until it breaks. It will break at the point of tender versus tough.

Blanch the fresh asparagus in salted water for about 2-3 minutes or until tender. Shock in an ice cold water bath until chilled. Dry with a towel and dice into small pieces, reserving tops for later.

2 lbs. Ricotta Cheese¼ cup Parmesan½ cup Fresh Local Basil, Coarsely Chopped¼ cup Heavy Cream3 Local Eggs1 Local Egg YolkAsparagus Pieces (excluding tops)Pinch of Salt & Fresh Ground Pepper

In a food processor, add the ricotta, parmesan and basil leaves. Slowly pulse until incorporated.Add the cream, pulse.Turn the processor on and slowly add one egg at a time and the egg yolk, pulsing to incorporate.Add the asparagus pieces, pulsing a few times.

Asparagus TipsFreshly Grated Parmesan

Butter a two quart soufflé dish or 8 – 1 cup ramekins. Add the mixture to the dish, top with the asparagus tips and freshly grated parmesan. Bake for 45-55 minutes (20-25 minutes for individual ramekins) or until puffy and a skewer inserted in the center comes out relatively clean.


BOYNE CITY FARMERS MARKET The market boasts more than 70 regular producer vendors, all local and all serving the best that northern Lower Michigan has to offer including seasonal fruits, vegetables, and herbs; gourmet baked goods and preserves; eggs and cheese; honey and maple syrup; meat, poultry and fish, potted annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs, and cut flowers; plus a juried craft market with unique hand-made items for your home or a special gift.It’s held in Veterans Park every Wednesday and Saturday, from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. For more informa-tion visit the expanded farmers market website at http://boynecitymainstreet.com/visitor-pad/farm-market/mission.

CHARLEVOIX FARMERS MARKET See the sunrise over Round Lake behind one of the most beautiful farmers markets in Michigan. Open every Thursday 9am - 1pm; Stroll with friends, sample goodies, buy flowers and veggies, watch cooking demo's,

support your local farmers! For market events visit charlevoix.org.

GOOD HART FARMS MARKET DAYS Travel the tunnel of trees to the small town of Good Hart, where you will find local produce, maple syrup, candies, honey and handmade personal care products. The market will also feature artists and artisans including hand blown glass, garden art and more. Market days take place on Saturday from 2- 5:30 p.m. starting mid June and running through color season. For more information or directions, visit goodhartstore.com.

HARBOR SPRINGS FARMERS MARKET Many ven-dors return with healthy eats and savory treats. The market will also feature cooking demonstrations, acoustic music and weekly featured merchants. The market runs Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. starting mid June. For more information visit hsfarmersmarket.weebly.com.

CROSS VILLAGE FARMERS MARKET Come brows delicious produce, baked goods and other goodies along with handmade crafts at the Cross Village Farmers Market. Held at the Cross Village General Store on Sundays from 9-1pm starting June 21.

DOWNTOWN PETOSKEY FARMERS MARKET The downtown market boasts everything needed for a local feast, from fresh vegetables and organic meats to flowers for the table. The market is held on the 400 block of Howard Street between JC Penney’s and Juilenne Tomatoes each Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. starting mid June.

EAST JORDAN FARMERS MARKET The market takes place on Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.. The market is located at the Sportsman's Park in East Jordan.

(Photo by Charles O'Neill)Area Farmers Markets


Ladies Night Trunk Show | Nov. 15thIntroducing ALKEMIE

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OPENS JUNE 19TH! 10am–6pm

BARBARA BOZ BOUTIQUE

Live Stylishlyartisanal casual-luxe jewelry & accessories

139 State Street ~ Downtown Harbor Springs BarbaraBozBoutique.com


Graham REAL ESTATE

198 E. Main St Harbor Springs

Bob HumphreyCarolyn Sutherland

Barb Harbaugh

Penny McCreadyWill Baker

Heidi KresnakJan ParsonsDave Olson

Sam DeCamp Kevin Olson

Nate Graham

Tom GrahamJim Hart

Andrew Bowman

(231) 526-6251 www.grahamre.com 198 E. Main St Harbor Springs

246 E. Main #4: Main St. opportunity – 2 bedroom condo with efficient floor plan, elevator and rooftop deck. (MLS# 442945) $475,000

5273 Alphof: Charming 4 bedroom chalet near base of Nubs Nob with open floor plan, fireplace and remodeled baths. (MLS# 442717) $164,900

7515 S. US 31: Existing restaurant/bar/office space has had lots of updat-ing and refurbishing. 2 vacant lots included. (MLS# 443281) $435,000

1811 Bluff’s Edge: Three bedroom home located on a large corner lot in Birchwood Farms Golf & Country Club. (MLS# 442834) $169,000

5750 Charlies Run: Custom built home with open floor plan, main floor master suite and in-floor radiant heat. (MLS# 442983) 484,900

441 W. Third: Enjoy summer evenings on the porch! Walnut floors, gran-ite countertops, custom cabinetry, tile baths. (MLS# 444114) $685,000

3869 Greenman’s Pt. Rd.: Enjoy sunsets from the large deck of this one level Burt Lake home or cozy up to the stone fireplace. (MLS# 441841) $649,000

5910 Westward Passage: Gourmet kitchen, main floor master suite, finished walkout, views of the Windward pond. (MLS#444090) $589,900

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1116 Bunker Hill: Enjoy the privacy of 25 acres, open floor plan, spacious kitchen and lower level walkout and patio. (MLS# 439956) $475,900

NEW LISTING

2455 Bester Rd.: Lovely well maintained three bedroom country home on 3 scenic acres with large barn. (MLS# 440938) $545,000

1910 Indian Point Ln: 200 feet of frontage on Burt Lake’s Colonial Point, 3 bed/3½ bath 3,600 sq ft home. (MLS# 444176) $1,299,000

250 W. Bluff: Remodeled 4 bedroom West Bluff home with sunny front porch, 2-car garage and paved driveway. (MLS# 443260) $349,000

679 S. Lake Shore Dr.: Custom four bedroom home just south of Good Hart with beautiful Lake Michigan views. (MLS# 442744) $399,000

345 W. Fourth: Charming cottage style home below the bluff. Remod-eled lower level, new decks and front porch. (MLS# 444027) $395,000

3935 Wenonah Ave: Quality home on 150’ Burt Lake frontage with sandy beach. Short walk to the marina. (MLS# 444158) $1,250,000

3868 Starboard Dr: 4/bed home w/ panoramic LK MI sunset views and access to 1000 feet of sandy Association beach. (MLS# 444097) $349,000


Graham REAL ESTATE



Barb Harbaugh




Nate Graham

Tom GrahamJim Hart

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1116 Bunker Hill: Enjoy the privacy of 25 acres, open floor plan, spacious kitchen and lower level walkout and patio. (MLS# 439956) $475,900

NEW LISTING

2455 Bester Rd.: Lovely well maintained three bedroom country home on 3 scenic acres with large barn. (MLS# 440938) $545,000

1910 Indian Point Ln: 200 feet of frontage on Burt Lake’s Colonial Point, 3 bed/3½ bath 3,600 sq ft home. (MLS# 444176) $1,299,000

250 W. Bluff: Remodeled 4 bedroom West Bluff home with sunny front porch, 2-car garage and paved driveway. (MLS# 443260) $349,000

679 S. Lake Shore Dr.: Custom four bedroom home just south of Good Hart with beautiful Lake Michigan views. (MLS# 442744) $399,000

345 W. Fourth: Charming cottage style home below the bluff. Remod-eled lower level, new decks and front porch. (MLS# 444027) $395,000

3935 Wenonah Ave: Quality home on 150’ Burt Lake frontage with sandy beach. Short walk to the marina. (MLS# 444158) $1,250,000

3868 Starboard Dr: 4/bed home w/ panoramic LK MI sunset views and access to 1000 feet of sandy Association beach. (MLS# 444097) $349,000

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Graham REAL ESTATE



Barb Harbaugh




Nate Graham

Tom GrahamJim Hart

Andrew Bowman


1047 Beach Rd.: Three bedroom condo with shared sandy beach and views of the Bay. (MLS# 441305) $565,000

8839 Sturgeon Bay Dr.: Panoramic views of Sturgeon Bay from this 3 bed-room cottage on a sandy Lake Michigan beach. (MLS# 443782) $525,000

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Google maps can’t pinpoint the two-track dirt driveway in Northern Michigan’s Antrim County, where Chad Pastotnik makes his home and living. Pastotnik’s house,

along with the two small buildings that make up Deep Wood Press, are nestled together in the woods along the Cedar River. It’s here that he has continued the centuries old tradition of making handmade books, bindings, and other printed art. It’s where this magical “alchemical process—turning lead to gold—happens,” he says, a reverence in his voice for the process.

Pastotnik established Deep Wood Press in 1992, when he purchased the land and built his first small studio on the property. He was introduced to printmaking by a Grand Valley University professor, Dellas Henke. Pastotnik received a BFA in printmaking from the Univer-sity, and then went on to study letterpress at the University of Iowa before heading to Chicago to work as an apprentice in a book bindery.

Having grown up in Cadillac, he couldn’t wait to “hightail it out of there” after high school. However, while living in Chicago, the rivers and woods of his Michigan roots started to call to him. He found himself visiting friends more often in order to escape the city and spend time in the land of trout and hundred year old trees.

It was on one fateful fishing trip, while stay-ing with a friend just a few miles from the place he now calls home, that he found this piece of property. “I’d been fishing this stream for years. And then, one day, I was out there fishing and saw the for sale sign. I packed up the waders and went straight to the realtor.”

Pursuing a creative life is a leap of faith, Pas-totnik agrees, noting that many of his peers with whom he studied in school, are no longer making art. So what allowed him to take that leap and pursue a life in the arts?

He shrugs at the question, and responds while motioning to the small buildings “low overhead.”

“The slick publications, eBooks, the internet--they are ugly. They lack beauty. And as we arrive at one

end of the spectrum we tend to value the other end that much more. I think people are now be-coming more aware of the tactile quality of their medium of information. There is nothing like a good book printed on high quality cotton paper

with deep impressions.”

The Book Maker in the Woods

By Emily Meier (Excerpted from an article first published in the Harbor Light Newspaper Feb. 4, 2015)

Photographs by Charles O'Neill


“This place was cheap back then and I was single. When you only need about $500 a month to live, you can scrape by, catching dinner,” he nods toward the river before heading inside the first of two buildings that make up his workspace.

There is soft music playing and a hint of cigarette smoke mixes in the air with the scent of fresh ink on handmade paper. The smell of books, both new and old, welcomes guests to this space. “Book mold can be an aphrodisiac,” he laughs as others in the room inhale and speak of their love of books.

….Each book takes about six months to a year depending on how long it is and the artwork that is involved. “The Heart of Darkness took a couple of years,” he says. Pastotnik created a breathtaking version of this classic Joseph Conrad book, which won him the Carl Hertzog Award for Excellence in Book Design in 2010. After winning this prestigious award, Pastotnik was invited to England to present workshops and lectures on fine book publishing. He was also asked to deliver a keynote address to the Letterpress Printers Guild in Manchester. Since then, he has been in demand as a speaker and lecturer on the subject of fine book publishing. When asked if he enjoys visiting universities and speaking engagements he replies, “I really do. Though I wouldn’t enjoy being in a classroom setting all the time. But I enjoy going in and talking to students and faculty and opening their eyes to this type of art.”

Winning the Hertzog also allowed him to move away from the work for hire projects that were a necessity back when he was first starting Deep Wood Press. Wedding invitations, corporate identities, beer coasters, have fallen by the wayside as his focus is now mainly on the books he loves.

“It’s important to me that no part of the book making project is tainted, that all the parts are original,” he says. “The only thing we don’t do is make the paper or raise the goats. Everything else is done as it has been for centuries, though the equipment has improved since Guttenberg’s day.”

When asked about his favorite part of book making he refers to the craftsmanship of the printing and design work. If pressed to name the least favorite part of his craft, he says, “it would have to be the binding, only because if you are doing fifty to one hundred books that’s a lot of repetitive steps. They are all hand sewn.”

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via electronic devices, there is a counterpoint happening. As publishers cry that book publishing and libraries might soon merely be chapters in a history book, the masters programs in writing have blossomed and now populate most major colleges and universities across the country. This interest and growth is also seen in the letterpress and book arts. “When I got out of school there were probably two places to go,” Pastotnik says. “Now, there are about thirty programs across the country, graduate and undergraduate programs that offer degrees.”

What does he think of all these writing and book art de-grees popping up at the same time that books are declared to be dying by most major news sources?

“The slick publications, eBooks, the internet--they are ugly. They lack beauty. And as we arrive at one end of the spectrum we tend to value the other end that much more. I think people are now becoming more aware of the tactile quality of their medium of information. There is nothing like a good book printed on high quality cotton paper with deep impressions.”

Pastotnik however, is a realist and knows that his books have a very small purchasing audience. “Why would the average person buy a thousand dollar copy of Heart of Darkness when it can be found on a shelf for ninety cents somewhere?”

“A good percentage of my buyers are universities, private entities, art collectors, and museums,” he says. “It’s a small niche in the art world but a nice one.”

A lot of Pastotnik’s projects reflect the importance of the place in which he calls home. “With most of my book projects, I try and have a Michigan connection, whether it be the authors, the artist, or the subject matter.”

He has collaborated with Michigan writers and artists like Jerry Dennis and Glenn Wolff on several projects. “The Trout in Winter”, a poem by Dennis became their first col-laboration, a limited-edition broadside illustrated with a copper engraving by Wolff. Several other collaborations have grown out of this friendship that is rooted in a shared love of words, stories, books, art, and fishing. The first col-laboration between Dennis, Wolff, and Pastotnik began while fishing together in the river. Many of their projects start and end there still.

“Chad and I are working on a new book, scheduled for spring of 2015, that celebrates the gorgeously illustrated trout stamps that used to be attached to Michigan fishing licenses,” says Dennis.

When asked why he feels this fine art book making and printing art form is so important to keep alive, Dennis says, “I’ve been working on an essay about this. Anyone who takes a Deep Wood Press book in their hands and turns the pages knows immediately why it’s important: because so many of the artifacts of our culture are mass-produced, flimsy, cheap, gaudy, meant to be thrown away, forgotten; they’re digital and meaningless. Chad makes literary art objects that you’ll cherish for life and pass on to your children.”

Today Pastotnik’s family life has grown alongside the

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adventure that is his business and art. His wife, Kathryn, and two children, Nadia and Jude, live with him in this humble and magical place.

The shadows on the trees outside the Deep Wood Press buildings shift, signaling the descent of the late afternoon sun. As the visit comes to an end, a final question is asked: Are you ever tempted to move to London, San Francisco, or one of the other cities where a book maker of your caliber would be given rock star treatment?

“I enjoy being recognized in those worlds and getting to visit for various occasions. But no. If anything, I may go even deeper into the woods, head to the U.P.” His family joins us. His son is dressed in a super hero costume and wields a hammer.

The adults are quiet. The small superhero takes off after his sister to play among the trees. The sounds of the river mingle with bird song. “I’m very happy with my life and my work,” Pastotnik says in lieu of a formal goodbye. He takes the time to walk his visitors back to their car and waits, as they bump along through the trees that line the weather-grooved dirt two-track. He then turns and heads back to work, disappearing through a door into the Deep Wood Press.

All of Chad’s available books and prints can be pur-chased via his website: www.deepwoodpress.com. The original article can be found, in its entirety, on the Harbor Light Newspaper website: www.harborlightnews.com


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I'm always on the lookout for an easy-access-off-the-beaten-path experience on Little Traverse Bay—the kind that reminds me we don't need an all day outing or perfect weather to go. One of my favorites, in every kind of weather, is the 3-in-1 combo right behind the old Glen's (D&W Fresh Market) on US 31. You can get your groceries, step back in time (check out the painted mural depicting 600+ years of Little Traverse Wheelway history) and explore the shoreline all within 50 yards and 15 minutes. Molly Ames Baker is an outdoor educator, place-based education consultant, and co-owner of The Outfitter in Harbor Springs.

"Asking me to name my favorite place to walk in the spring and summer woods is like asking a parent to name their favorite child. There are so many places to enjoy for so many reasons! Because I live just outside of Petoskey I often end up at the McCune Nature Preserve: not far from my home, and beautiful. I love to walk along the Minnehaha Creek and listen to the quiet gurgling of the water, to enjoy the shade of the deep green hemlocks and cedars that abound there, and to drink in the peace and beauty of the place. "Tom Bailey is the executive director of Little Traverse Conservancy, the organization that protects and preserves some of this region’s most important natural spaces. www.littletraverseconservancy.org

I would have to say my favorite spot to watch the sunset is Sunset Park. I love the way that the sunset bounces off the waves with the breakwall and our little lighthouse in the background. Its just a complete picture. Jennifer Shorter is the owner of Grandpa Shorters and J.W. Mercantile in downtown Petoskey. Sunset park is just off US 31 just outside of downtown Petoskey.

One of our favorite Northern Michigan family adventures is a bike ride along the beautiful Little Traverse Wheelway. We typically start at Latitude 45 Bicycles and Fitness and head north towards the Petoskey State Park for some Petoskey Stone hunting in the dunes and maybe a dip in Lake Michigan. On the way back we often stop for sweet treats at the Bob Inn. If we are really ambitious, we continue southwest on the Wheelway, stopping at East Park for some fun on the playground before continuing on the new lower trail into Bay Harbor. With my four young kids this is a perfect distance and a great Northern Michigan experience.Christian Janssens and his wife, Amy, own Latitude 45 Bicycles and Fitness. Whenever possible, they love being outside adventur-ing with their four children.

There are so many great picnic spots, I couldn’t come up with just one. For Keith and I, the greatest picnic spot is on his 1971 Chris Craft. From there we get a view of all the great picnic spots! Floating in the bay with a picnic, you just can’t get an better than that. Sue McLaughlin is co-owner of Toski Sands Market, where ready-to-eat, homemade, fresh picnic supplies are plentiful. For those without boats, try renting a sit-upon Kayak from The Outfitter, or check inland lake marinas for daily watercraft rentals.

We asked some local friends-- folks you readers might run into as well!-- to share some thoughts on favorite ways to enjoy northern Michigan. Here's their picks:

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Petoskey State Park

Dennis McDermott, Petoskey State Park Director (Courtesy photo)

By Mark Flemming

It’s a nature lovers dream come true: to live on 303 acres of hardwood forest and dunes that line the beaches of Lake Michigan. For Dennis McDermott, it’s reality. McDermott, the director-- and only full time employee-- calls Petoskey State Park home.

The park, located along to east end of Little Traverse Bay, is a haven for locals and visitors who come to hike, swim, bike, cross country ski or snowshoe, and of course, soak up the sun on the pristine beach.

“Its a pretty great place to work, I’m pretty lucky,” McDer-mott said, surveying the miles of trails that run throughout the property.

While it’s a gift to live in such an incredible spot, it’s plenty of hard work, too. In the peak summer season, Petoskey’s state park beach is the busiest north of Ludington, and boasts the highest occupancy rate during the month of July for the entire state of Michigan. The park sees some 556,000 visitors every year with 15,500 camper nights.

“We have 180 campsites at our two campgrounds, The Dunes and The Cannery,” McDermott said. “They book out 6 months in advance and are already full the last week of June, all of July and the first two weeks of August. We reserve 100 percent of our sites.”

Originally deeded to Pay-Me-Gwau in July of 1855 under

an Odawa Indian treaty, the sight later became property of the W.W. Rice Company before being sold to the city of Petoskey, which created the “Petoskey Bathing Beach.” In 1968, the land changed possession again, this time to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The first sites were opened to campers in 1970 and have been the gem of Little Traverse Bay ever since.

“I camped here when I lived in Gaylord and worked at Ot-sego State Park,” McDermott said. “My wife and I would camp here, Wilderness State Park and Young State Park because those were close to home but on the big lake.

“When I first came to work here, I asked people, ‘what draws you to the Petoskey State Park?’ The number one draw was the lake. Number two was the area, because if there is an overcast day there are things to do in Petoskey, Mackinaw, Charlevoix or Harbor Springs. A third reason is the natural beauty...which for some people might be number one.”

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(Photo by Charles O'Neill)


(Photos by Charles O'Neill, bottom photo by Mark Flemming)

The Petoskey State Park, located in the heart of Little Traverse Bay, offers

year round activities for visitors and locals alike. Dramatic sunsets, clear

blue waters, networks of trails, camping and nearby bike pathways draw in over

556,000 visitors every year.


(Photos by Charles O'Neill)Changing seasons of the Petoskey State Park.

McDermott added the park also sees a large number of visitors from outside the United States.

“This park has a huge international use-- more than any other park that I have worked for-- because it is a destination. You have people from England, Australia, Wales, and a lot from Canada. We have a lot of diversity here, which is really cool.”

“In 2006, the weather channel had a poll and we came out as one of the six best beaches in the country,” McDermott added. “There is just something to be said about fresh water.”

Another huge draw to the park is the amount of bike trails accessible in the area. The Little Traverse Wheelway provides links between Harbor Springs and Charlevoix right out the entrance of the park and links up with the Tunnel of Trees and the North Western State Trail to Mackinaw City.

The park recently received a $300,000 grant to link the Wheelway directly to the beach in the near future-- just one of the many examples of how McDermott is not only living in his dream location, but also, willing to put forth a lot of creative work to keep the people engaged with the park and its resources.

“There is a definite need for the little wheelway to have access to the lake, because that’s where people want to go,” McDermott explained. “In the Petoskey area, this is one of the better public places to swim. Our road is so busy with campers and traffic that we want to make it safer for cyclists and other Wheelway users.”

The project will happen in phases, beginning this fall when an 8-foot pedestrian trail, with retaining wall,

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is built. Phase 2 will lead from that point to M-119. Phase 3 will lead from the Wheelway near Tannery Creek, through the park, down to the beach.

“That is something the park has been working on for 15 years, so we are finally getting that rolling,” McDermott said.

While McDermott is always thinking of ways to introduce people to the Petoskey State Park, he said he’s glad so many local residents return again and again to explore.

“Since we moved away from the state park stickers and went into the recreation passport, Emmet County is fifth in the state for residents that opt-in,” McDermott said. “That’s pretty cool.”

“I have 25 years of DNR experience and I’ve worked in different areas of the state, southeast, southwest, middle of the state. I have never worked in an area where people are so supportive of their state park,” McDermott said. “It’s a great place and I think the people in Emmet County know the value of the natural resources bring to their lives.”

With the help of local donors and the Emmet County Rev-enue Sharing Program, the park will soon be installing a dock/pathway down to the beach for peoples with disabilities.

“We raised $22,000 to put a ‘Broc Dock’ in down at the beach, which will allow people with wheelchairs or with mobility impairment can get down to the beach,” McDermott said. “There are a lot mattings you can use, but being on a Great Lake we needed something sturdy. The In addition to

all the new projects McDermott has undertaken, there are always ongo-ing issues.

He said the biggest issue the park staff has to deal with is erosion.

“The whole park is considered a criti-cal dune area. When I first got here, I read up on the history of the park and they were dealing with this issue back in the early 70s. It’s a living, moving dune, and trying to match steward-ship, protection and recreation is a challenge.”

He said the key is maintaining a balance.

“We have areas of the park that are blocked off that we want to be natu-ral, but we also realize people like to climb on the dunes-- like the kids. To fence the whole park off would be a disservice to everybody. Plus, down the line, those kids who are climbing on the dunes and experiencing that, somewhere in their life they will be up against the idea of passing a bond to protect those dunes and natural areas. If they have fond memories of it, they are more likely to vote to protect it.”

McDermott exuded a contagious excitement in talking about both the challenges and opportunities unique to Petoskey State Park. It’s clear how much he loves his job and enjoys the people that come through to enjoy the park along with him.

The Petoskey State Park is located on M119 between Harbor Springs and Petoskey. In-state resident state park fees are $11 for one year, which can be renewed when renewing license plate tags. Out of state fees are $9 for the day or $31 for a one year pass. Camp-site fees are $31 a night. To reserve a campsite at the Petoskey State Park and other parks around the state visit www.michigan.gov/dnr.

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Unique Places

We asked Beth Eckerle, champion of all things Emmet County, to create a checklist of must experience moments in a place known for it’s expansive shoreline, well-protected woodlands, rolling farm fields, and spectacular skies. Here’s what she suggests:

Our Trails – Little Traverse Wheelway and the North Western State Trail

I know, many communities have trails. But not many communities are blessed to have immaculately maintained networks of pathways that circumnavigate Little Traverse Bay and the communities of Emmet County. I’m talking about the Little Traverse Wheelway and the North Western State Trail, specifically.

The Wheelway is a 26-mile paved path from Charlevoix and into Emmet County and through the communities of Bay Harbor, Petoskey and rolling into the inimitable Harbor Springs. The North Western State Trail is a 7.5 mile segment that branches off the Wheelway and heads north through the tiny communities of Oden and Conway, past the fish hatchery and into Alanson. From there, the nonpaved trail runs all the way to Mackinaw City (construction on this section of the trail to improve the surface will take place during much of the summer of 2015 as a heads up).

The Inland WaterwaySometimes we refer to this water route as the famed In-

land Waterway, because there is nothing like it in the state of Michigan. It used to be the chain of rivers and lakes promoted in marketing campaigns in big cities like Detroit, Chicago, Cincinnati and Indianapolis to lure people north. Gleaming white steam-ers ferried thousands and thousands of re-

sorters to the huge old hotels that used to line the banks of the Inland Waterway.

That was when tourism was just getting started in Emmet County, back in the early 1900s. As was the fate of many of our early wooden built hotels, most of those resort-era es-tablishments burned to the ground over the decades.

But perhaps it was a blessing in disguise. Because today, the Inland Waterway is one of the most peaceful, secluded, and enjoyable water rides around. It starts in Crooked Lake near Petoskey and winds through rivers and inland lakes out to Lake Huron, 38 miles later. In between, you’ll see native wildlife, lush wetlands, stunning cottages and lots of smil-ing faces on the pontoon riders soaking in one of the most popular leisure pursuits up North: Being out on the water boating, kayaking and canoeing.

Petoskey Stone HuntingThe clear waters that surround us in Emmet County,

whether in the Great Lakes that are our boundary or within the inland lakes and rivers that are a recreationalist’s paradise, make for great Petoskey stone hunting. This is a favorite pas-time of visitors and locals alike. Sometimes, you may happen upon a trove of Petoskey stones and feel like you’ve hit the jackpot. Other times, a big speckled rock will catch your eye beneath the clear, calm waters just off shore.

These unusually decorated rocks bear a hexagonal pattern, which is convenient because the official name of this fossil is Hexagonaria Percarinata, a three million year old relic that keeps washing ashore. Lest you think these stones can only be found in the Great Lakes, many times they are discovered in our inland waters too, like Walloon and Crooked Lakes, due to the movement of glaciers thousands of years ago. The Lake Michigan shoreline around Little Traverse Bay and up the coast from Harbor Springs to Good Hart are all favorable locations to find this fossil.

We have a really cool historyWay, way, way back

before the French came to Northwest Michigan, the Odawa Indians called this area home. They gathered here for the subsistence they carved out of the landscape – fresh clean lakes for fishing, abun-dant wildlife for hunting, thick dark forests for refuge and deep generational ties to their homeland. But they wouldn’t get to keep it that way for long. The French discovered the area and established their own villages, beginning to trade with the natives and bringing their own cultural nuances to our shores. Next it was the British who arrived and ultimately came to rule.

Today, remnants of all those historical pieces remain as vi-brant reminders of our important past. Fort Michilimackinac, Mackinac Island, McGulpin Point Lighthouse and a dozen stops along the Tunnel of Trees, as a few examples, tell these stories in places where you can stop, experience and ponder. Committed historians keep our history alive by working on projects together like a colorful magazine series, geocache quests to historic sites in all corners of the county, a future display of a full-sized replica armed sloop, self-guided cell phone tours at important locales and programs that draw hundreds to hear the lesser known but hugely important stories from centuries ago.

This place at the top of Michigan, Emmet County, and the people who forged their way here played important roles in the development of not just Michigan but the United States.

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None of us knows what our own legacy will be, but in Emmet County we can be assured that the stories about our people and places will be protected for generations to come.

Read more about the history through the Essence of Em-met historical magazine series, and follow along on your own history trip with the Emmet County Historic Tour Map; both are available from Emmet County’s Department of Com-munications, [email protected] or (231) 348-1704.

Make time for our sunsetsIn 1873, a dazzled

reporter from Grand Rapids was among those invited to board a train downstate and ride the line to its new ending point: Petoskey, Michigan. It was a late fall day, and as the train whistled to a stop, the Governor of Michigan disembarked followed by other dig-nitaries. That reporter nearly fell off the podium when he emerged at just the moment when the sun was sinking into Little Traverse Bay, as if on cue. When he wrote his piece back home for the Grand Rapids paper about the wilderness excursion he had just had, he raved about Emmet County’s “Million Dollar Sunsets.”

His very apt description has lived on. Today, it’s still used to characterize this end-of-the-day show, when the sun paints the sky a million shades of reds, pinks, purples and oranges before slipping under the watery horizon.

By the way, we should note that this is not just a summer phenomenon to enjoy. Each season of the year opens its own Million Dollar Sunset paint palette!

Visit McGulpin Point Lighthouse! Lower Michigan’s northernmost point

The pre-Revolutionary War history of McGulpin Point began with the arrival of John McAlpin, who, with his Native American wife lived on the land in the 1760s. Post-Revolution, the land was surveyed by the new United States of America and was deeded – one of the first recorded deeds in Michigan, and the first in Emmet County – to Patrick McGulpin, son and heir of John McAlpin.

The opening of the Erie Canal in 1825 spurred growth in cities like Chicago and Milwaukee, resulting in growing vessel traffic through the Straits of Mackinac. By the early 1852, Mc-Gulpin Point was seen as a crucial lighthouse site. Though the Strait’s eastern and western entries were covered by the Bois Blanc and Waugoshance lights, there was no navigational aid in the shoal-ridden Straits. Congress appropriated funds for a lighthouse in 1853, and construction began in 1868. It was decommissioned in 1906 and went into private ownership.

In 2008, Emmet County reopened the lighthouse and grounds to the public and since then it’s been restored to

period décor. Season is May to October, and admission is free though donations are appreciated. Hours are typically 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; check online at www.emmetcounty.org/mcgulpin/ There’s a gift shop on site that sells lighthouse and Headlands Dark Sky Park merchandise. A trail leads visitors to the water’s edge, where they can view “Chi-Sin,” the big rock that has rested on the shore here for centuries and was used in the past to gauge water levels in the Straits.

And don’t forget to take your picture here – it’s the northern most point in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula!

Have some family fun at Camp PetosegaEven if you’re not a camping family, Camp Petosega offers

beautiful grounds, swimming in Pickerel Lake, fishing in the Cedar Creek and miles of trails to explore at this Alanson park property owned and operated by Emmet County. And if you are a camper or love to stay at campgrounds, Petosega has 90 campsites and four-season cabin rentals to spend time at this thickly wooded, lakeside campground.

New in 2015 is a handicapped-accessible playground plus a wheelchair-accessible ramp over the sand to the lake, so all can come out and play!

Day use of Petosega is always free; fees apply for camping.

Behold, the Mighty Mac! The Mackinac BridgeSome things just make a community really cool, and one

of those assets here in Northern Michigan is the majestic Mackinac Bridge.

The Mackinac Bridge is one of the most important land-marks in Michigan. And just so you know, it’s not pronounced MackinacK, but rather Mackinaw – a pronunciation that hearkens back to the early days of this area when the French ruled.

The Mighty Mac, as it is often called today, connects MIchi-gan’s Upper and Lower Peninsulas. At five miles in length, it is one of the longest suspension bridges in the world. The engineering marvel that is the Mighty Mac kind of makes you wonder what it must be like to climb to the top and peer out over Michigan’s magnificence, doesn’t it? Well, I was lucky enough to have that experience with a county colleague in 2014, and it’s truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. And no, it wasn’t scary – I promise!

For those of you taking in its beauty from shore, it’s one of the most scenic backdrops for a photo opp, from every side. The Bridge touches three counties: Emmet, Cheboygan and Mackinac in the UP.

Here’s a Mack fact for you: The bridge cost $99.8 million to build and it was completed in 1958. Each year, more than 4 million vehicles travel across it, proving that it’s not just a necessary method of moving vehicles through Michigan, it’s also destination in itself.

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Unsalted Life Tshirts & Sweatshirts

Hatley Clothing & PJs

outfitterharborsprings.comDowntown Harbor Springs

231.526.2621Open Every Day

Outfitting Your Adventures

Kayaks • PaddleboardsRentals and Sales Kids’ Paddle Camp

Clothing • Footwear • Accessories


By the Dam, on the Maple River

“The Best Chicken In The World”

All You Can Eat

ChickenDinnersServed Family Style

Delicious Steaks& Seafood

“A Wonderful Staff...A Great Experience”

OPEN: Tuesday-Saturday at 5 pm & Sunday at 3 pmUS 31, 1 1/2 miles south of Pellston

Midway between Petoskey & Mackinaw City

231-539-8851www.damsiteinn.com

Out to

7593 S. State Rd.Harbor Springs

526-2980

Breakfast - Anytime!

Smoke Free

Lunch

Mon.-Sat.: 7-2, Sun.: 7-1

Out to LunchBreakfast! - Anytime!

Harbor Springs 7953 S. State Road

Mon.-Sat.: 7-2, Sun. 7-1231-526-2980

Out to Lunch

Breakfast!

Harbor Springs 7593 S. State Road

Tues.-Sat.: 7-2, Sun. 8-1

231-526-2980

Anytime!

New OwnershipArtisan Baked GoodsDine In or Take Away

117 W. Main Street, Harbor Springs

231-242-4655

Open Daily 8am - 3pm (Except Tuesday)

Open Daily

8am - 3pm(Except Tuesday)

Artisan Baked

Goods

Special

Orders

for

All

Occasions

an entertaining food experience

Booked for Lunch with Two Incredible Authors

J. RYAN STRADAL Kitchens of the Great MidwestTuesday, August 4th

Noon — 2 p.m.Stafford’s Perry Hotel Rose Room $50.00 | Includes the book in hardcover$25.00 | Luncheon onlyCash Bar

231.347.1180 | www.mcleanandeakin.com

MH

PAULA McLAINCircling the SunTuesday, August 18th

Noon — 2 p.m.Stafford’s Perry Hotel Rose Room $50.00 | Includes the book in hardcover$25.00 | Luncheon onlyCash Bar


Stargaze at the Headlands International Dark Sky Park

Millions of people in the world today can no longer see the Milky Way from their home; it’s a startling fact. How many stars can you see when you look upward from your own backyard? In Northern Michigan, the night sky is one of our most treasured assets – and one we’ve committed to protecting from the trespass of light pollution.

In May 2011, Emmet County became a leader in dark-sky protection, earning International Dark Sky Park designa-tion for the Headlands, a 600-acre county-owned recreation property west of Mackinaw City on Lake Michigan. At that time, we were among the first TEN in the WORLD to achieve such prestigious recognition from the International Dark Sky Association. To prove it to them, we had to take readings with a sky quality meter that demonstrated the level of darkness above our park. Next, we had to commit to regular public educational outreach to our community. And finally, we had to ensure that in perpetuity, we would work diligently to keep light from spilling up into the sky and diluting the

stars and celestials wonders above. It’s not just for the sake of humans’ viewing pleasure; there are many creatures at the Headlands that rely on the dark of night for their survival, and studies show that dilution of the dark can have harmful health effects on humans, too.

At the Headlands, thousands of people gather each year under the cloak of night to observe what many cannot see any more in their own communities – meteors shooting past, the dancing lights of the Aurora Borealis and more constellations than you can possibly remember from college astronomy class.

Our humanities centered programming approach to talking about the night sky at the Headlands has earned us recogni-tion around the globe that has truly been out of this world!

Free monthly programs weave celestial stories with astro-nomical insights under a blanket of stars and during some of the most exciting out-of-the-world happenings – meteor showers, Northern Lights, eclipses and more! www.emmet-county.org/darkskypark/

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Go Find Some of the Best of Emmet CountyUnique Places

231-539-8528

Open at ll:30am, 7 days a week, lunch and dinnerCorner of Van & Larks Lake Road

Famous Burgers, Mexican,

Pizza, and Fish

Happy Hour...

Mon-Fri 3-6pmEst. 1946


Tom’s Mom’sCookies

231-526-6606267 S. Spring St.Harbor Springs

Celebrating 30 years of baking

extraordinarily good cookies for

Northern Michigan and beyond!

Featured in

"Voted #1 by Trip Advisor"

Featured on the FOOD NETWORK

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Shipping Available Year Round

tomsmomscookies.com

Emmet-Charlevoix County Fair 2015!

Tuesday-Sunday, Aug. 25-Aug. 30

Emmet County Fairgrounds U.S. 31, Petoskey

Complete fair schedule and online ticket purchases:

www.emmetchxfair.org(231) 347-1010

COUNTRY MUSIC STAR

CHRIS YOUNG!FRIDAY, AUG. 28 ▪ 7 pm

www.etix.com or call (231) 347-1010

Carnival ▪ Monster Trucks ▪ Supercross Dog Show ▪ Autocross ▪ 4-H livestock

It’s our 110th year! Join us in the celebration!

Tickets on sale now!

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